I am 57, female. Six months ago I had yearly checkup, weighed in at 205, Chol 236, Tri 109, HDL 60, LDL 154, Risk Ratio 2.57. The motivation I needed, I guess. Same day I joined Curves, and started eating healthy. I read a lot about health and fitness, no fad diets, etc. Was proud that after 6 months, I've lost 30 lbs slow and steady, eat healthy and exercise regularly. Thought that 6 month check-up would be much improved. But it wasn't.